About Us
Who We Are
Micratena is a Mexican non-profit organization that aims to promote and take action on human and native insect well-being, encouraging human care for insects and recognize insects as essential elements for our future survival.
Mission & Vision
To develop a culture of personal and collective responsibility for the sustainable use and conservation of native insects, promoting human well-being and protecting biodiversity, preserving the legacy of Indigenous communities, and contributing to climate change mitigation.
Approach
Achieve successful native insect conservation and sustainable use through community-based initiatives that rely on scientific expertise, accesible education, and collaborative partnerships with policymakers, land managers and supporters, all while promoting gender equity.
Ethics
Micratena’s mission will be directed by a set of core values that include respect, integrity, inclusivity, gender equity, collaboration, professionalism, innovation, and impact, which can help the organization gain the trust, recognition and backing of its stakeholders.
Leadership Team
Anais Landeta E.
Anaís brings to Micratena a diverse background in sustainable agriculture, food quality, and applied entomology. She began her career with ABC México, implementing sustainable coffee practices for producers across several states as part of Nestlé’s supply chain initiatives. She later joined Azteca Milling, where she specialized in quality assurance for maize-based food products, gaining expertise in standards, certification, and product development. Her professional journey also took her to the Houston Department of Public Health, where she supervised a mosquito reproduction laboratory, sharpening her technical knowledge in insect rearing, monitoring, and vector control.
At Micratena, Anais channels this multidisciplinary experience into building and leading projects that link biodiversity conservation with sustainable development. She oversees the organization’s three strategic areas—native insect conservation, sustainable insect farming, and intelligent pest management—ensuring that each initiative is rooted in ESG objectives creating tangible benefits for local communities.
Coni M. Valle brings to Micratena a robust background in logistics, operations, and data analysis, with professional experience at Walmart, TenarisTamsa, and CRL Trucking. Her career in large scale industrial operations has equipped her with expertise in forecasting, cost optimization, and strategic planning; skills she now applies to advance Micratena’s mission of protecting biodiversity and fostering community well-being.
At Micratena, Coni focuses on building bridges between the corporate sector and sustainability initiatives. She identifies and secures strategic partnerships that align with ESG objectives, develops proposals that highlight the value of collaboration, and serves as the primary liaison between corporate partners and conservation projects. By tracking and communicating measurable impact, Coni ensures that each partnership delivers tangible benefits for the environment, local communities, and the organizations that engage with Micratena.
Ricardo Barradas B. combines scientific and legal expertise, holding a PhD in Neuroethology and a Law degree. His academic career reflects both intellectual versatility and a commitment to advancing knowledge. As a faculty member at Universidad Veracruzana, he has contributed to the study of terrestrial and aquatic crustaceans, published scientific articles, and participated in consolidated academic networks.
Beyond research, Ricardo has engaged actively in community initiatives through civil associations, linking science with social impact. His professional experience also includes agricultural and aquaculture production, which has given him practical insight into how scientific knowledge can be applied to real-world challenges in the primary sector.
At Micratena, Ricardo oversees academic programs, social service coordination, and administrative processes, ensuring that the organization operates with scientific rigor, and strong ties to the academic community.
